April 2018
Upcoming events & things to do near you.
Unyts Blood Drive at DeGraff Memorial Hospital
The hospital will host a UNYTS blood drive in the Conference Dining Room & Cafeteria. Walk-ins are welcome. You can also schedule an appointment online at unytsblooddonor.org, enter Sponsor Code 002034, or contact the Volunteer Services Office at 716-690-2088.…
Bistro Bookers - Teeth: The Story of Beauty, Inequality and the Struggle for Oral Health in America
Teeth: The Story of Beauty, Inequality and the Struggle for Oral Health in America, by Mary Otto. In this shattering new work, veteran health journalist Mary Otto looks inside America’s mouth, revealing unsettling truths about our unequal society. Reviewed…
Olmsted-ucation Week: Tree Give Away
Need a new tree for your landscape? Stop by the Cazenovia Park Casino to pick one up, compliments of DEC!
Beowulf
Experience the epic of Beowulf with Chris Vinsonhaler (professional storyteller and CUNY medieval studies professor with Celtic harp) and Canisius students! Free and open to the public. Free parking in Lyons Parking Lots. Sponsored by the Canisius Institute…
Once
From the very first note, ONCE draws you in and never lets go. This emotionally captivating musical is the only show to have music that won the Academy Award, Grammy Award, Olivier Award and Tony Award! Featuring an impressive ensemble of actor/musicians…
Buffalo Meets
Join Working for Downtown on Wednesday, April 25th at Sato Brewpub for Buffalo Meets. Formerly known as Thursday’s in the City, we’re putting together some of Buffalo’s most interesting venues with Buffalo’s most interesting people and companies. The…
ONCE
From the very first note, ONCE draws you in and never lets go. This emotionally captivating musical is he only show to have music that won the Academy Award, Grammy Award, Olivier Award and Tony Award. On the streets of Dublin, an Irish musician and…
National Walk at Lunch Day
Join Refresh Editor, Scott Scalon and Philip Haberstro of the Wellness Institute for a free 30-minute guided walk! Event Details: Date: Wednesday, April 25th 2018 Time: Walk begins at 12:15 PM Location: Walk meets and ends at the lobby of the Buffalo…
Intricate Stitches: Japanese Stab Binding
A perfect pairing with The Basics: Japanese Stab Binding Workshop! More intricate stab binding stitches will be covered, specifically Hemp Stitch and the Tortoise Shell Stitch. Learn to make your own journals & hand-bound books with this intricate-looking…
Pulp/fictions | A Group Exhibition at the WNY Book Arts Center
Pulp/fictions features WNY artists and WNYBAC members who have spent the past year and a half experimenting with the Thai mulberry fiber known as Kozo. Building on their group exhibition last fall, the group again met regularly to process the fiber from…
91.3 WBNY’s Annual Battle of the Bands
Thursday, April 26th 91.3 WBNY’s Annual Battle of the Bands live in The 9th Ward Tickets: $6.00 at Ticketfly.com, Babeville Box Office (M-F 11a-5p), or charge by phone at 877.987.6487 ThisIron SoulThe Sofa KingzSerftonesJong SLThe Impurity 6pm Doors…
Carbon Leaf 25th Anniversary Tour
Carbon Leaf is celebrating its 25th Anniversary in 2018 behind a new album and extensive U.S. and European touring. Blending rock, folk, Celtic, bluegrass and Americana traditions into a high-energy style the group calls ether-electrified porch music,…
H.O.P.E. HAITI Fundraiser
Join us at the Marcy Casino on April 26th to aid H.O.P.E Haiti in providing necessary resources for Borgne, Haiti ‘s main community library! Hors d’oeuvres and cash bar will be available along with live music. Raffle basket tickets will be sold at the…
Olmsted-ucation Week: Book Signing with Frank Kowsky
In partnership with the National Association for Olmsted Parks, we look forward to the second edition release of Frank Kowsky’s book, "The Best Planned City in the World: Olmsted, Vaux, and the Buffalo Park System. Join us on Thursday, April 26, for…
Fire and Rain with AJ Swearingen and Jayne Kelli: Key Bank Pops BPORocks
In 2015, AJ Swearingen was a big hit with Buffalo audiences in his Simon and Garfunkel tribute. He’s back with a new show featuring the iconic singer-songwriters of the 70s – James Taylor, Joni Mitchell, Jackson Browne, Carole King, Neil Young, and more.…
The CHRISTIANS by Lucas Hnath
Today, Pastor Paul will reveal his honest belief that Hell does not exist. Today, his friend and associate Pastor Joshua will publicly oppose him—splitting our parish and dividing its families. Today, each of us will bear witness to their debate, forced…
Gladshot
Friday, April 27th Gladshot live in The 9th Ward Tickets: General Admission, $8.00 in advance, $10.00 day of show at Ticketfly.com, Babeville Box Office (M-F 11a-5p), or charge by phone at 877.987.6487 7pm Doors 8pm Show Gladshot Considering they’ve…
Arbor Day: Tree Tours
Celebrate Arbor Day 2018 by visiting some of the trees in our outdoor collection while learning the basics of tree identification. Wear comfortable shoes/boots you do not mind getting muddy. Walk takes place rain or shine. This informal tour meets at…
Arbor Day: Tree Planting
Join Botanical Gardens’ staff and volunteers as we add a new tree to our Arboretum’s collection. Free - 3:30pm
Retro Rewind All Star Jam feat. C.O.Jones, Nerds Gone Wild, Vinnie DeRosa Trio, Alyssa Gill
Boling Entertainment Proudly Presents the First Annual Retro Rewind Allstar Jam Starring some amazing entertainment, such as C.O. Jones, The Nerds Gone Wild, with special guests Vinnie Derosa Trio and introducing Toronto Own Alyssa Gill. You don’t want…